Histerismo (en. Hysteria)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of excessive anxiety and emotional outburst often resulting from extreme stress.
His hysteria manifested as he became overly emotional in front of people.
Ang kanyang histerismo ay nagpakita habang siya ay nagiging labis na emosyonal sa harap ng tao.
A condition or illness that causes abnormal emotional reactions.
Hysteria is often observed in trauma situations.
Ang histerismo ay madalas na nakikita sa mga sitwasyon ng trauma.
The presence of fear or anxiety resulting in uncontrollable behavior.
His hysteria caused chaos around him.
Ang kanyang histerismo ay nagdulot ng kaguluhan sa paligid.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'hystera' meaning 'uterus'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Mass hysteria
A situation where a large number of people are disturbed or confused emotionally.
Histerismo ng masa

Related Words

anxiety
A condition that causes fear and anxiety.
anxiety
stress
Emotional or physical tension caused by pressure or demands.
stress

Slang Meanings

A person who reacts in an overly dramatic way.
Laura is so dramatic again with the news.
Grabe naman si Laura, parang may histerismo na naman sa mga balita.
Exaggerated response to a minor issue.
Don't overreact to small things, just chill.
Huwag mag-histerismo sa maliit na bagay, chill ka lang.
A state of panic or urgency.
She is in panic mode, that's why she's running out of time.
Nasa histerismo na siya, kaya't ayun, nauubusan ng oras.